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Rhonda Massad

Editor in Chief

This former Beaconsfield City Councillor turned freelance journalist and charity board-member can be seen all over the West Island – camera in tow – covering local events, highlighting the people, businesses and charities within our communities.

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rhonda@westislandnews.com

Morgan Weinmeister

Managing Editor

Morgan Weinmeister is West Island News’ Managing Editor, who oversees our incredible team of writers, videographers, and volunteers. A recent graduate of Concordia University, with a bachelor’s degree in Sociology, Morgan is ardent about social justice and community advocacy. She is passionate about journalism and is inspired every day by the kindness and strength of West Islanders.

Nader G. Barsoum

Writer

Nader is a volunteer for the West Island News since 2017. His passion for the West Island community is infinite. You will find him supporting local  activities, fundraisers, sports tournaments,gala's and even protests. This Pointe-Claire resident is here to serve you to have a better life through transparency and information. His heart belongs to the community.

Dario De Felice

Writer / Correspondent

Dario De Felice is an intern for the West Island News. He is 17 years old and is bilingual. He has a passion for journalism and hopes to work in the communications field one day. He also enjoys photography, bike rides, and tech.

Branden Desormeau

Writer / Videographer / Web Designer

Branden is a 3rd year Art History Student at Concordia University. As a photographer and digital artist at heart, you can often see him toting his camera around the West Island. Holding a certificate in communications and digital media, he hopes to one day establish his own career in the media arts. 

Madyson Wroblewski

Writer / Correspondent

Madyson is an intern for West Island News. She has a passion for journalism and communications. When she is not writing for the West Island she can be found traveling to Calgary to spend time with her family.